Andy "Spooky" Smith

Celebrating the life of Andy "Spooky" Smith

Andy "Spooky" Smith, born November 6, 1957, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away on June 22, 2024, after a battle with organ failure. A lifelong resident of Topeka, Spooky was known for his family ties, love for his 45 vinyl records, art, fashion and dedication to his work.

Spooky graduated from Highland Park High School and later earned his GED. He worked as a janitor and an accountant.

Spooky taught himself to play guitar and piano. He also loved cars, cooking, drawing, and enjoying the simple things in life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore "Theo" and Annord "Nah" Smith, his grandparents Andrew and Emigen Smith; and his siblings Marcia Ann, Larry, Anthony Dale, Warren Willie, Joyce, Teresa, Edward, and Theo "Wendell" Jr. Spooky's legacy lives on through his daughters, Aisha (and her husband) in Topeka, and Imani in Atlanta. His siblings Pamela Smith-Pettigrew, Damita "Jobaby" Smith, Carla Smith-Beeks, Carmen Smith-Norton (and her husband Patrick), and Hosea "Babyboy" Smith, along with his Uncle Leslie Green (and his wife Wanda) and Aunt Esther Jean Bentley, also survive him.

Spooky's memory will be cherished by his nephews, nieces, cousins, great nieces, great nephews and friends. He will be deeply missed.

ORDER OF HOMEGOING CELEBRATION

Processional

Chaplain & Family

Reading of the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13)

Chaplain Germaine Smith

Prayer of Assurance

Chaplain Germaine Smith

Musical Selection

Amazing Grace - Aretha Franklin

Poem

The Fallen Limb

A Limb has fallen from the Family Tree.

I keep hearing a voice. Grieve not for me.

Remember the best times, the laughter, the songs.

The Good Life I lived while I was strong.

Continue my Heritage.

I'm Counting you.

Keep Smiling

Surely the Sun shall Shine Through.

My mind is at ease.

My Soul is at Rest.

Remembering all,

How I was truly Blessed.

Continue traditions,

No matter how small

I miss you dearly,

Go on with your life,

Don't worry about falls,

So keep up your chin,

UNTIL THE DAY COMES WE ARE TOGETHER AGAIN.

Unknown Author

Tributes

Family & Friends

Please Limit To 2 Minutes

Musical Selection

God's Grace - Trinity 3-5-7

Obituary Reading

Pamela Smith-Pettigrew

Eulogy

Chaplain Germaine Smith

Musical Selection

Precious Lord Take My Hands - Mahaiia Jackson

Recessional

Mt. Auburn Cemetery

Chaplain Germaine Smith

Farewell

Mt. Auburn Cemetery

Reading of the Scriptures Psalms 23

Chaplain Germaine Smith

Song Selection

His Eye Is On The Sparrow - Lauryn Hill & Tanya Blount

Release of Balloons

Andy Darnell Smith

Sunrise: November 6, 1957 Sunset: June 22, 2024

HOMEGOING CELEBRATION

Saturday, July 6, 2024 - 12:00 P.M.

Mt. Auburn Cemetery

916 Southeast California Avenue

Topeka, Kansas 66607

PALLBEARERS

Pamela Smith-Pettigrew - Sister

Carla Smith - Sister

Hosea Smith - Brother

Shannon Smith - Nephew

Justin Smith - Nephew

Lekeisha Brown - Niece

Amandra Smith - Niece

Robbie Smith - Nephew

REPAST

Golden Corral

1601 Southwest Wanamaker Road

Topeka, Kansas 66604

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

On behalf of the family, we want to thank you all for your love and support. May God's mercy and grace be with each of you, and we pray for His blessings upon